Customs & Trade Compliance Analyst

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About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader creating breakthrough science to improve peoples health. Were always looking towards the future anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Our diagnostic solutions are used in hospitals laboratories and clinics around the globe. The crucial information derived from our tests instruments and informatics systems is often the first step in patient care decision-making for hundreds of health conditions from heart attacks to blood disorders to infectious diseases and cancers.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott you can do work that matters grow and learn care for yourself and family be your true self and live a full life. Youll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity working mothers female executives and scientists.

The Opportunity

• This is not a remote opportunity

• Traveling up to 5%

Our team is looking for a Customs and Trade Compliance Analyst to be based out of our office in Irving TX.

Responsible for providing technical and analytical support for customs and trade compliance matters at the site/division level ensuring compliance with all relevant customs regulations and trade laws including 19CFR 15CFR FDA USDA other PGAs and data metrics.

FTZ Operations and Compliance

• Administer and maintain FTZ operations in compliance with CBP regulations (19 CFR Part 146) and FTZ Board guidelines. Manage FTZ admissions withdrawals transfers and inventory movements within the zone. Ensure accurate classification valuation and country of origin determination for all FTZ merchandise. Prepare and submit required documentation (e.g. CBPF/7501 entries e214 transmissions) through FTZ ICRS.
• Partner with logistics warehouse trade compliance finance and IT teams to ensure seamless FTZ operations. Provide guidance on FTZ procedures controls and process improvements. Coordinate with customs brokers and third-party service providers. Identify opportunities to optimize FTZ benefits reduce duty exposure and improve operational efficiency
• Develop document and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement necessary updates to processes
• Maintain FTZ inventory control and recordkeeping system (ICRS) in accordance with regulatory requirements. Perform regular reconciliations between physical inventory and system records.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies variances or compliance issues. Support annual reconciliation and system reviews

General Trade Compliance:

• Applies working knowledge of import/export regulations and requirements to support business needs.
• Consolidate and analyze import/export data to identify risks or opportunities for savings.
• Provide analytical support related to CBP Requests for Information Post-Entry Amendments and Prior Disclosures.
• Ensure timely and accurate response to Broker Requests for Information and follow-up to ensure resolution.
• Ensure proper classification valuation and origin determination for the sites imported goods including non-commercial goods.
• Interface with related functional areas (logistics purchasing materials management finance etc.) on customs matters and coordinate training for personnel in these areas as needed.
• Provide analytical support as needed for reporting price adjustments royalties etc. via the CBP Reconciliation Prototype Program.
• Conduct effective and timely transactional review/audit of all import/export records. This includes auditing import entry documents for data accuracy value and receipt.
• Elevate issues requiring correction to manager.
• Provide analytical support to general import/export-related projects as needed. Including the ability to track and measure metrics on data elements such as clearance times delivery times volume of shipments and other import related topics.
• Train and educate on latest Customs FDA USDA and other participating government agency import regulations.
• Accountable for compliant importation and exportation of goods and services including proper classification and valuation. Failure to comply is a violation of law and could result in significant fines or penalties.
• Provide support to all customs and trade responsibilities for US import US exports and other global trade needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree preferred
• Minimum 2-3 years experience in import/export operations international business or another related field.
• Detail oriented with strong analytic skills.
• Effective communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills are critical for this position.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously and manage time appropriately.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree
• Familiar with manufacturing processes and medical equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and power point.
• Experience with USHTS tariff analysis origin and value determination.

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Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employee diversity.

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